Ryan Elias

Ryan Elias is a robust Welsh hooker born on 7 January 1995, playing his club rugby for the Scarlets. Renowned for accurate lineout throwing and powerful work at the set-piece, he is a cornerstone of the forward pack for both region and country. Elias has earned multiple international caps and has served as a vice-captain at club and Test level, valued for his leadership, consistency and composure under pressure. His physicality in the loose complements his technical reliability at the throw, making him a complete modern hooker. Trusted by successive coaches, he provides a platform from which the Scarlets and Wales look to build their forward game, whether defending close to the ruck or driving from the maul.